US Business
Lloyds Banking Group Confirms Guidance as Interest Income Holds Up
The U.K. lender posted a rise in its top line as income from interest remained resilient despite central-bank rate cuts.
Articles by Erin Slifka
US Business
Shares in Australia’s Platinum Surge on Merger Talks
Platinum said it was speaking with shareholders of Melbourne-based L1 over a merger that would create a business with funds under management of about $11.5 billion.
US Business
Tesla Board Opened Search for a CEO to Succeed Elon Musk
With profits and the stock price sinking, board members told Musk he needed to spend more time at the company.
Education
Freeman Auxiliary Donates $16,000 to Area Nursing Schools
Joplin, MO. – Eight area nursing schools received $2,000 checks each – $16,000 total – from Freeman Auxiliary officials during the annual “Nursing School Support Check Presentation” at Freeman Hospital West. Freeman President and Chief […]
Tourism & Hospitality
National Travel and Tourism Week, May 4-10, 2025
Visit Joplin recognizes the “Power of Travel” during National Travel and Tourism Week, May 4-10, 2025. Travel powers the economy, builds opportunity, and connects Joplin and the region with global markets. National Travel and Tourism […]
US Business
GSK Sales, Profit Rise on Boost from HIV, Cancer Drugs
GSK’s profit rose on better-than-expected performance of HIV, cancer and asthma treatments, offsetting lower vaccine demand in the U.S.
US Business
Stellantis Suspends Guidance on Tariff Uncertainty
The company said it is taking action to adjust production plans, and identifying opportunities for improved sourcing.
US Business
UBS Sees Unpredictable Economic Path Forward
The group’s net profit was lower than in the year-earlier period, but higher than analysts had forecast, and the bank warned that the economic path forward was particularly unpredictable.
US Business
Glencore Narrows Coal Production Outlook After Output Edges Lower
The miner cut its 2025 energy coal output guidance by 5 million metric tons, reflecting a production cut announced in March.
US Business
TotalEnergies Maintains $2 Billion Buyback; Net Profit Misses Expectations
The company said it would continue to buy back up to $2 billion of shares over the second quarter despite a softening price environment.